Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Miri Airport (MYY): what you need to know
Miri is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your MAA to MYY flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Miri Airport (MYY)
Currently, RM478 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Miri Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,231. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to MYY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Miri Airport (MYY)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to Miri Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MYY:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Miri Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from EPTA, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Miri's main sights.
Book your ride from Miri Airport several weeks before your departure to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Miri Airport (MYY) to central Miri
Miri Airport to the centre of Miri has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Miri Airport (MYY)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Miri. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Miri Airport for May if you'd like to go to Miri during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to MYY sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Miri. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
Around 483 kilometres east of Miri, Sandakan is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).